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Historia’s books of the year for 2019

16 December 2019 By Editor

Whether you prefer reading historical fiction or non-fiction (or both, why not?), we hope you’ll find something to surprise, delight or intrigue you in this round-up of books featured in Historia during 2019. So if you’re looking for a Christmas present for a history lover or a good read for the long winter nights, have […]

Historia interviews: Abir Mukherjee

18 October 2019 By Editor

This is the second of Historia’s interviews with writers shortlisted for the 2019 HWA Crown awards. Abir Mukherjee’s Smoke and Ashes, set in India in 1921, was listed in the Sunday Times list of 100 Best Crime novels since 1945 and is shortlisted for the HWA Gold Crown Award. Smoke and Ashes is your third […]

Historia Interviews: Abir Mukherjee

13 October 2017 By Editor

We talk to Abir Mukherjee about his path to publication, colonial India and his Debut Crown shortlisted novel, A Rising Man. The HWA Debut Crown celebrates new voices in historical fiction. Have you always been interested in history? I’ve been fascinated by history for as long as I can remember – everything from Biblical history […]

History by the River October 2017

25 September 2017 By Editor

History by the River is a monthly panel event with a social buzz for lovers of books, history and good beer. It’s a chance to get together with fellow readers and authors to hear about the best new historical writing, then discuss it all over a drink afterwards. This month we are featuring authors shortlisted […]

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